You’ll want to make these Sausage & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls again and again if you’re looking for a simple, adaptable recipe that’s packed with comfort and flavour. They have the unique ability to be both stunning and delectable enough to serve guests at a brunch, potluck, or holiday celebration while also being easy enough for a weekday breakfast or snack. The warm, flavourful filling, which is created from creamy, seasoned sausage and wrapped in golden, flaky crescent dough that is rich and melty on the inside and crispy on the exterior, is what sets them apart. The combinations are infinitely customisable and immensely rewarding.
Firstly, choose your preferred sausage. Traditional pork breakfast sausage is a fantastic choice, but if you’d rather have something leaner, ground turkey or chicken sausage will also work well. The secret is to choose a well-seasoned sausage blend that gives the filling depth and warmth. In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until it turns brown and no pink remains. As it cooks, break it up completely so that the finished filling is smooth and scoopable. To keep the filling from becoming mushy, allow the banger to cool slightly after finishing and drain off any excess grease.
Soften your cream cheese as the sausage cools. This is an important step because softened cream cheese melts into the sausage and gives it a rich, spreadable consistency, whereas cold cream cheese is difficult to mix. Put the cream cheese and cooked sausage in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Stir until all ingredients are combined. You can now get creative by adding a touch of garlic powder, onion powder, or dried Italian herbs for more aroma or a handful of grated cheddar cheese for a sharper, more decadent flavour. Add some chopped parsley or chives for a pop of colour and freshness.
Next, please prepare the dough for crescent rolls. Set the oven temperature to 375°F, or 190°C. Unroll the crescent dough gently onto a parchment paper sheet or a spotless surface. Depending on your preferred roll size, cut crescent sheets into squares or rectangles of uniform size, or use as-is if you’re using crescent roll triangles. Your savoury filling takes up a pocket in each piece of dough. Gently roll up the dough after placing a dollop of the sausage mixture in the middle of a rectangle or close to the larger end of a triangle. To prevent the filling from overflowing, especially while baking, you can tuck the ends slightly inside.
To avoid sticking, gently oil or line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the pieces of dough on the tray, leaving a small gap between them. Lightly brush each roll with a beaten egg to achieve that lovely golden-brown sheen you frequently see in bakeries. In addition to adding gloss, this egg wash aids in the pastry’s development of a crunchy, delicious crust in the oven.
The rolls should be baked in a preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and puffy. When they are ready, your kitchen will smell rich and buttery. These are best eaten warm, when the dough is flakiest and the filling is creamy, so allow them to cool for only a few minutes after baking.
Although these crescent rolls taste excellent by themselves, you may add some flair by serving them with different dipping sauces. While spicy Sriracha mayo, honey mustard, or even marinara sauce can add a unique flavour, ranch dressing is a traditional crowd-pleaser. Serve them with a fresh fruit salad or scrambled eggs for breakfast. They go well with a crisp green salad or a side of soup for supper.
If you’re preparing them in advance, they will store well in the refrigerator for up to three days in an airtight container. To maintain the crispness, reheat them in an oven or air fryer.
firmness, but in an emergency, the crust can be softened by using a microwave. Another way to freeze these is to bake them, let them cool fully, and then freeze each one separately. Straight from the freezer, reheat in the oven until cooked through and crispy.
What really makes these Sausage & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls a favorite recipe is how adaptable they are. You can make smaller ones for a party platter or larger ones for a hearty portable meal. Pick flavor-infused cream cheeses like garden vegetable, jalapeño, or garlic herb to suit your palate. Add sautéed vegetables, such as onions, bell peppers, or spinach, for extra nutrition. You can even use plant-based sausage and dairy-free cream cheese to make a vegetarian or lactose-free version.
Using only a few ingredients and minimal preparation time, these rolls transform commonplace items from your refrigerator into something quite remarkable. The contrast of textures—the crispy golden bread on the exterior and the creamy, savory filling inside—makes them completely irresistible. Whether you serve them as an appetizer, a quick breakfast, or the centerpiece of your dinner, one thing is for sure: they will go quickly and everyone will want the recipe.